Fontenelle / Dumont

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Fontenelle / Dumont

BERNARD LE BOVIER DE FONTENELLE - French writer and librettist Date: 1657 - 1757

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1657 1757 Bernard Bovier Corneille Dumont Fame Fontenelle Librettist Mask Scroll Turban

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This print depicts the renowned French writer and librettist, Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle, born in 1657, and his close friend, the famous playwright Jean-Francois Marmontel, dressed in exotic attire, standing before a backdrop of books and a scroll bearing the inscription 'Gloria Literarum' (Glory to Letters). Fontenelle, who lived from 1657 to 1757, was a prominent figure in the French literary scene and is best known for his essays and dialogues on various subjects, including science, religion, and philosophy. The turban and mask that Fontenelle wears in this image reflect his fascination with Eastern culture, which was a popular trend among the French intellectual elite during the 18th century. This interest is further evidenced by his influential work, 'Entretiens sur la pluralité des mondes' (Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds), published in 1686, which presented the idea of other inhabited worlds in a way that was accessible to a wide audience. Fontenelle's association with Jean Racine and Pierre Corneille, two of the most celebrated playwrights of the time, brought him great fame and solidified his place in the annals of French literary history. The scroll held by Fontenelle in the print may represent the many accolades and honors he received throughout his illustrious career. This evocative image not only captures the essence of Fontenelle's intellectual curiosity and creativity but also serves as a testament to the rich cultural and literary landscape of 18th-century France.

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